Pharis Gichanga
Policy Analyst
Policy Analyst
Pharis Gichanga
Africa
Kenya 2027: Can Gen Z Defeat the Old Politics
Tribalism, bribery and political violence still shape Kenya’s elections. Can a new generation finally break the cycle?
Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaWhen Governments Cannot Deliver, They Sell Hope
The emotional economy of modern African politics.Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaEight States, One Gamble: East Africa’s Union Moment
An ambitious test of whether sovereignty can be shared to build a stronger, united East Africa.Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaWhen Floods Hit the Slums, the Whole City Pays
Extreme rains, fragile infrastructure, and neglected settlements are turning Nairobi’s floods into a national economic risk.Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaForeign InfluenceBeijing’s African Gamble: Growth or Debt Trap?
Beijing is reshaping Africa with billions in loans, bases, and trade. The continent faces a defining geopolitical choice.Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaConflict ZonesWhy Are Millions Still Fleeing the Horn of Africa?
In a region wracked by war, drought, and economic collapse, millions are left in limbo.Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaBeyond Baba: The Future of Kenyan Politics
Raila Odinga was more than a politician; he was a movement. His passing forces Kenya to confront a crucial question: will politics follow personality or principle?Pharis Gichanga
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AfricaForeign InfluenceThe Hunger Vote: How Food Crises Decide Elections in Africa
Hunger shapes elections in Ethiopia and South Sudan, your next meal could decide your vote.Pharis Gichanga
